Creating Community
Centered Spaces
Lando and Associates Landscape Architecture (LALA) is a purpose-driven studio based inPortland, OR, dedicated to creating resilient, community-centered landscapes that foster connection, sustainability, and long-term ecological health. At LALA, we blend design with stewardship, ensuring that each project evolves inharmony with its environment and the community it serves. Our approach integrates innovative stormwater solutions, ecoroof designs, and nature-based systems that not only meet present-day challenges but also provide lasting environmental benefits. We listen to the communities and ecosystems we engage with, fostering collaboration and empowering voices to drive design decisions. Through adaptive design and thoughtful implementation, we transform landscapes into spaces where culture,nature, and human experience intersect. Our mission is to craft enduring, sustainable landscapes that are as functional as they are beautiful—landscapes that tell stories, protect resources, and adapt to the changing needs of people and the environment.
Capabilities
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Park
Lando and Associates creates dynamic, community-centered parks that serve as hubs for recreation, environmental education, and social interaction. Our approach integrates green infrastructure, native plantings,and sustainable design practices to ensure these parks evolve with the needs of their communities while fostering environmental resilience.
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Civic
Our Civic projects blend the functionality of public spaces with the natural beauty of parks. These civic landscapes are designed to accommodate both large-scale public gatherings and quiet, reflective moments, balancing the needs of urban communities with sustainability and inclusivity.
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Housing
We design housing landscapes that create livable, vibrant environments, focusing on both residential and affordable housing projects.Our approach prioritizes sustainability, stormwater management,and greenspaces, enhancing the quality of life for residents while promoting environmental stewardship.
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Water
Water management is central to our designs, encompassing stormwater systems, rainwater harvesting, and water conservation solutions.We create sustainable, efficient, and ecologically responsible water systems that integrate rainwater harvesting to reduce reliance on traditional water sources. Our designs ensure long-term resilience in urban and natural settings, addressing the challenges posed by climate change and urbanization.
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Restoration
At Lando and Associates, we specialize in ecological restoration, revitalizing degraded environments and enhancing biodiversity.Our restoration work focuses on restoring natural habitats, improving water quality, and integrating nature-based solutions to create resilient ecosystems that benefit both people and wildlife.
Who is Lando & Associates:
Meet our Founder / Managing Principal
Pat Lando is a licensed landscape architect and sustainability consultant with over 30 years of experience in landscape restoration, stormwater management, and ecoroof design. Specializing in sustainable landscapes, green infrastructure, and urban design, Pat integrates natural systems with built environments to create innovative, resilient spaces. His work spans a variety of scales, from park development and community spaces to complex, multi-disciplinary projects, including LEED and Living Building designs. Pat is recognized for his expertise in designing stormwater solutions, ecoroofs, and nature-based systems that enhance biodiversity, protect natural habitats, and promote sustainable urban environments. His approach emphasizes blending aesthetics with functionality, ensuring that each project contributes to a livable, sustainable future. Pat’s work prioritizes ecological health, resource conservation, and innovative design that responds to the challenges of climate change and urbanization.
